AICE Biology Chapter 1 Questions

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What are the main components of bacterial cell walls?

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Bacterial cell walls are primarily made of peptidoglycan.

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What are the main components of plant cell walls?

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Plant cell walls are primarily made of cellulose.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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Where does protein synthesis occur in eukaryotic cells?

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Protein synthesis occurs in the ribosomes, which can be found in the cytoplasm or on the rough endoplasmic reticulum.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell and provides protection.

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What is a unique feature of plant cells compared to animal cells?

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Plant cells have a rigid cell wall, while animal cells only have a flexible cell membrane.

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What is the role of mesophyll cells in plants?

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Mesophyll cells are involved in photosynthesis and gas exchange.

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What is the significance of the electron micrograph in studying cells?

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Electron micrographs provide detailed images of cell structures that are not visible with light microscopy.

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What is the difference between a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell in terms of size?

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Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller than eukaryotic cells.